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Selecting new TT Tires
I need to replace one of my TT tires because of a blowout. So I’m looking at what to buy. Currently they are radial 225/75/15 Load Range D. In looking at these they have a max weight of 2500 per tire. Since my TT weighs close to 10K that would mean I need to have the weight really well balanced to not have one tire over its limit. I’m thinking that I should move up to Load Range E tires for the extra capacity. Should I replace just the one that failed or all 4? We probably have right around 8-10K miles on the tires, which are 6 years old. Should I consider Radials or BiasPly?3.8KViews0likes22CommentsSummer Route & Stops Through New England - Suggestions?
So we're about to take our first long RV trip in about 4 years. I think we're finally going to get to go to New England area. We're starting from the Cleveland area and will have about 15/16 days. We'd prefer staying at some State Parks to RV parks, but don't mind a short stay at an RV park here and there. Would love to experience some outdoors, hiking and such; but also would like to take in some site seeing in Cities and historic sites. We'll be going late July. Mt Washington is on the list, Acadia National Park, Adirondacks, etc. Can you give suggestions on where we should go? Avoid? Things we need to see? Places to stay?1.4KViews0likes10CommentsExpedition EL Tow Package
I was reviewing the towing guide on here tonight again as a resource for selecting a new tow vehicle. I am considering an Expedition EL, but notice that there is a very large difference when adding the tow package. Since I will likely be purchasing the vehicle used, I have a few questions. 1) Is there an easy way to tell if it has a tow package? 2) What is included with it? 3) Is it possible to add everything afterwards? Or is it just too expensive?823Views0likes2CommentsRe: Had a blowout today, looking for new tire recommendations.
Based on what I have read on Freestar tires, I should probably replace all 4. Soon! I think 16" wheels would fit but would be tight, I will have to measure. I have nice 15" rims so I'd have to buy new rims and probably get generic ones, which isn't the end of the world, but definitely adds more cost. Plus I'd need a new spare too. Maybe a set of load range e maxxis or Carlisle are better. I will try to see if I can upload some pictures later. The damage isn't too bad. Probably right on the border of if I should place a claim on my insurance and deal with the $250 deductible. The worst part is that the 12v power to my slide was right over that wheel. I have to open up the bottom of the camper and rerun new wiring. Most of the rest is just some ripped protective plastic and insulation. Right now I'm leaning toward letting the dealer do it. Should I get radial again?531Views0likes0CommentsHad a blowout today, looking for new tire recommendations.
One of our TT tires blew going down the road at about 55mph today. We got the spare on and are continuing our trip home. I checked the tread the other day and I still had a lot left all the way around and pressure was right, so I'm guessing it must have hit something.?.?. So now I'm going to have to search for a new tire. I'm not sure if I should buy what I have or get something better. Currently we have Freestar Radial ST tires that are load range D, ST225/75/r15. We usually have about 4,000 - 5,000lbs per trailer axle, so 2,000 - 2,500 lbs per tire. Just looking for recommendations to look at or avoid.3.8KViews0likes23CommentsRe: First time towing with the new van, not fun!
3)Van same as above. Trailer level front to back, Hitch with all 8 washers, L brackets as high as they go (as much WD as can be enable) Front Axle 3280 lbs Rear Axle 5540 lbs Approximate Tongue Weight 1320 lbs Tongue Weight Percentage 13 Tongue Weight on Front Axle "negative 120lbs" Camper Wheels 8800 lbs Total Camper Weight 10120 lbs 4) Van same as above. Trailer one to two inches lower in front than rear, Hitch with all 8 washers, L brackets as high as they go (as much WD as can be enable) Front Axle - 3380 lbs Rear Axle - 5380 lbs Approximate Tongue Weight 1260 lbs Tongue Weight Percentage 12 Tongue Weight on Front Axle " negative 20lbs" Camper Wheels 8840 lbs Total Camper Weight 10100 lbs 5) Van without Trailer again .All the crew and most of our stuff, filled Gas tank Front Axle 3400 lbs Rear Axle 4100 lbs 6) Van same as number 5, trailer added some groceries. Trailer three to four inches lower in front than rear, Hitch with all 8 washers, L brackets as high as they go (as much WD as can be enable) Front Axle 3340 lbs Rear Axle 5720 lbs Approximate Tongue Weight 1300 lbs Tongue Weight Percentage 13 Tongue Weight on Front Axle "negative 80lbs" Camper Wheels 8880 lbs Total Camper Weight 10180 lbs666Views0likes0CommentsRe: First time towing with the new van, not fun!
2) Van same as above. Trailer level, Hitch with all 8 washers, L brackets even (same setup I towed with last year) Front Axle 2920 lbs Rear Axle 6020 lbs Approximate Tongue Weight 1440 lbs. Tongue Weight Percentage 14 Tongue Weight on Front Axle "negative 480lbs"666Views0likes0Comments
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